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When homeowners ask us which shingles we recommend, our answer is almost always GAF. It's not just habit. Here's why we trust GAF to protect Calgary homes, and why we became a GAF Master Elite® contractor. 1. More than 135 years of roofing firsts GAF started in 1886 and has been leading the roofing industry ever since. They introduced ready-to-lay asphalt roll roofing in 1892 and the first individually cut asphalt shingles in 1912. Today GAF is North America's largest roofing

Cedar shake roofs gave a lot of Calgary homes their classic look. But many of those roofs are now 20, 25, even 30 years old, and they're showing it. If you're thinking about replacing your cedar shakes, here's what you need to know, and how to choose between asphalt shingles and Euroshield rubber roofing. Why cedar shakes struggle in Calgary Dry climate: Our dry air and strong sun make cedar dry out, crack and split over time. Hail: Older, brittle shakes break easily in hails

Calgary is hard on roofs. While much of Eastern Canada experiences more humid summer heat, Calgary’s dry summers and abundant sunshine bring their own challenges. Direct sun can heat roofing well above the outdoor air temperature, and years of UV exposure can age roofing materials. Add summer hailstorms, strong chinook winds, snow and repeated freezing and thawing, and your roof faces a demanding mix of conditions throughout the year. The August 2024 Calgary hailstorm alone c